As we prepare to celebrate Canada Day, do you know which best-loved childrenās authors are Canadians? I’m sure you recognize this first one…
Why boys need to see Dad read
Do the boys in your life have a male role model that they see read? They are so very fortunate if they do! Here are some of the perks that boys get from watching Dad read. Please share your own in the comments!
Motivating young children to write – the do’s and don’ts!
That Fun Reading Teacher provides two quick lists to summarize the DOs and DON’Ts of motivating young children to write. Did you know that there is a direct relationship between reading and writing? It is optimal to develop both skills at the same time, and easiest is everyone involved truly enjoys the process!
St. Patrick’s Day Videos!
Learn about the history of St. Patrick, Irish dancing and celebrate St. Paddy’s with The Muppets with these fun videos!
St. Patrick’s Day Songs and Poems
A St. Patrick’s Day surprise from That Fun Reading Teacher! Today’s post is written to the tune ‘When Irish Eyes are Smiling’ and provides videos of St. Patrick’s Day songs and poems for primary and kindergarten age children. One is a particular treasure teaching the limerick.
St. Patrick’s Day Stories!
Hello lads and lassies! That Fun Reading teacher is ready to say goodbye to this long winter and think ahead to St. Patrick’s day! Here a few of her favorite St. Paddy’s day stories from author / illustrator Tomie dePaola and a list of St. Patrick’s day Read-Alouds for the kids to enjoy! Think green!
Children’s Christmas story read-alouds (and quiet time)
Three YouTube videos of Christmas story readings starring Franklin, Arthur and the Berenstain Bears – because at such a busy time of year, everyone needs a little quiet time.